Wouldn't the problem engine have a warranty to take it back and have them diagnose ?
As for the appearance of a 302 under the hood, any small block can be dressed to look like a 302. Honestly, a 383 would make more power at a lower rpm than the 302. If the lifter tick is important, a '70 Z, or custom grind, solid lifter cam would get that for you.
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1970 Chevelle SS
1966 Chevelle SS
1967 Camaro ss/rs
1938 Business coupe, street rod
2000 FXSTS, original owner, 13k miles
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